1. The novel. First make sure you have post-it notes. If you need them, I have them. Remember, this book shall be returned; don't write in it. You must read Part I - (pages 1-99). Each chapter has different tasks. (Warning: some of the novel contains objectionable material - most in Parts II & III)
Chapter 1 & 2 - Using mini-post-its...tag three spots of Kerouac's reckless style in the novel. Comment on post-it why you picked it. Chapter 3 - tag with a post-it a spiritual part, a rebellious part, and a romantic part. (remember what romantic means) Chapter 4 - In you Composition Book respond to a humorous part of the chapter....How does it fit with free-spirit of the novel? Chapter 5 - On a post-it, pick 3-4 lines which reflect upon the post-World War II "loneliness" experienced by Kerouac. Briefly, write why you picked the passage. Chapter 6 & 7 - Personally react to Dean's situation. Comp Book. What does it reflect about this generation? How does it make you feel as a reader? Chapter 8 & 9 - Tag a passage from each chapter which reflects the chaotic writing of the novel. Listen to Charlie Parker or Miles Davis on Pandora while reading these chapters. Then, in the Comp Book, pick a passage about the party and relate it to the restlessness of Kerouac. Chapter 10 - Comp Book - Support with a quote or two the lugubrious nature of this chapter. Chapter 11 - On post-its, tag three passages and bullet point on them how it reflects the lost or rebellious nature of the era. Chapter 12 - Sal meets a girl (Terry). Reflect upon, with support, the tone of the chapter. Chapter 13 - Tag three different moods reflected in the chapter. Then describe on the post it the mood (i.e. fear, anxiety, joy, fleeting hope) Chapter 14 - Find a thematic passage in 14, reflect upon it in Comp Book in regards to how it reflects Kerouac's message of part I. .
2. Every Alpha must contribute some interesting fact to the discussion of the novel. Obviously "CHEAT" away! If you upload a picture, image, or fact make sure that it has not been done yet. Examples of potential material are as follows:
Facts about: Author, characters, publishing, history, places in the novel (part I only), influences of author, musicians in the novel. (When in doubt ask)
This assignment could lead anywhere! :-) Put name and period beneath your contribution. Just looking for trivial little items. For fun. POST BELOW! . Hit the link below
On the Road
Assignment Due December 1, 2016
NOVEL ASSIGNMENT
1. The novel. First make sure you have post-it notes. If you need them, I have them. Remember, this book shall be returned; don't write in it. You must read Part I - (pages 1-99). Each chapter has different tasks. (Warning: some of the novel contains objectionable material - most in Parts II & III)
Chapter 1 & 2 - Using mini-post-its...tag three spots of Kerouac's reckless style in the novel. Comment on post-it why you picked it.
Chapter 3 - tag with a post-it a spiritual part, a rebellious part, and a romantic part. (remember what romantic means)
Chapter 4 - In you Composition Book respond to a humorous part of the chapter....How does it fit with free-spirit of the novel?
Chapter 5 - On a post-it, pick 3-4 lines which reflect upon the post-World War II "loneliness" experienced by Kerouac. Briefly, write why you picked the passage.
Chapter 6 & 7 - Personally react to Dean's situation. Comp Book. What does it reflect about this generation? How does it make you feel as a reader?
Chapter 8 & 9 - Tag a passage from each chapter which reflects the chaotic writing of the novel. Listen to Charlie Parker or Miles Davis on Pandora while reading these chapters. Then, in the Comp Book, pick a passage about the party and relate it to the restlessness of Kerouac.
Chapter 10 - Comp Book - Support with a quote or two the lugubrious nature of this chapter.
Chapter 11 - On post-its, tag three passages and bullet point on them how it reflects the lost or rebellious nature of the era.
Chapter 12 - Sal meets a girl (Terry). Reflect upon, with support, the tone of the chapter.
Chapter 13 - Tag three different moods reflected in the chapter. Then describe on the post it the mood (i.e. fear, anxiety, joy, fleeting hope)
Chapter 14 - Find a thematic passage in 14, reflect upon it in Comp Book in regards to how it reflects Kerouac's message of part I.
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2. Every Alpha must contribute some interesting fact to the discussion of the novel. Obviously "CHEAT" away! If you upload a picture, image, or fact make sure that it has not been done yet. Examples of potential material are as follows:
Facts about: Author, characters, publishing, history, places in the novel (part I only), influences of author, musicians in the novel. (When in doubt ask)
This assignment could lead anywhere! :-) Put name and period beneath your contribution. Just looking for trivial little items. For fun. POST BELOW!
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Hit the link below
http://www.dennismansker.com/ontheroad.htm